Frozen Yam Pellets from Germany
Yams (Dioscorea spp.) processed into pellets and frozen to preserve high starch content for later drying or processing. HTS 0714.30.5000 includes frozen forms in pellets, as long as unsuitable for immediate consumption per chapter notes. Primarily used in snack production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Maintain cold chain documentation; temperature logs prevent spoilage claims at entry
• Distinguish from fresh yams (0708) by pellet form and processing certificates
• Phytosanitary certificates mandatory; frozen pellets still risk quarantine pests